nksmfamjp
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Anybody have one? How's it working out? Does it ride bags or other rests well? Does it have a side flush cup location on the rear?
KRG Echo Chassis
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nksmfamjp
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Must be too new!
4g64loser
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I'm a huge KRG fan (run whiskey 3s going all the way back to gen1) but the echo is their version of the magpul stock. It's not what I'd term "solid". I don't really have any interest in owning one based on handling one that belonged to another shooter. The Bravo is a great value for dollar (but still needs to have a spigot mount installed to be viable due to forend being a plastic sleeve around the spine) and is about as far down the budget road as you can go while still maintaining acceptable results. Just look at how many outfits use the Bravo as their stock on PRS production class guns.
nksmfamjp
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Well, that is kind of where I'm at. I have a bravo on another rifle. It is great. I find the spine rock solid. Probably overkill on a hunting rifle. The Echo has a shorter spine. Should be weight down. I wonder how it shoots as bedding should still be rock solid to the spine. Especially off a tripod.
4g64loser
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I learned to shoot bipod in the "hard hold" style (hat tip to the legendary Terry Cross and others in that line) and I absolutely hate the "give" that the plastic front ends on bravos or later whiskey 3s have when you load the pod. I run spigots on my whiskey 3s, even the ones with machined aluminum forends, for longer pod radius and to get pod apex closer to bore.
My "hunting rifle" wears a McMillan that's super rigid. The majority of my stuff is probably heavier than most guys here and leans more toward the competition or professional use side than pure hunting. Doesn't stop me from killing critters with it. I've just decided that I want to use what I shoot best.
I couldn't say if the echo would be OK off a tripod (presumably anchored via arca plate just forward of the front action screw) but I'd definitely want to avoid attaching anything much forward of that point, at least for me.
If you want a light tikka stock that's rigid, look into manners carbon stuff.
The Echo is only made with a Tikka T3 inlet so maybe why there aren't many folks to provide feedback.
I read above the review of a Bravo and, although not 100% sure what he's talking about, I'll say I've had zero issues with it and have used it on several different rifles. I found the KRG ARCA rail provide stiffness and adds a whole new level of usability. This is especially true for bench use with a bipod.
nksmfamjp
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Frankly, I want a light tikka stock that's fairly rigid, an easy bolt on upgrade, has flush cups, provides more rigidity than the Factory stock, and has better cheek support with a decent sized optic without adding a bunch of unnecessary weight.
4g64loser
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Manners carbon fiber layup.
RocketRob16
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I have one I recently installed but haven't got to shoot it yet. It does seem to be a slight upgrade over the factory stock but not by a whole lot. Mine did not come with flush cups on it. Time will tell
waspocrew
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Here's some info on the Echo.
rokslide.com
KRG Echo - Sporterish version of bravo for tikkas
Didn't remove a ton of weight from the Bravo but looks like a nice option nonetheless! If it weren't for rokstok i bet they'd have sold a bunch to roksliders. If rokstok is as good as I think it will be, i'd rather have that extra lb of weight in a heavier barrel and scope. Sure love the ergos...
rokslide.com
Starbuck
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Got an early Echo. Running it on a 6.5 PRC. Have over 500 rounds wirh it. Fits like a glove. Tight groups for me off a bag, free hand, bipod, over a pack. Running HCA mags in the 6.5 PRC.
Was concerned about the lack of full aluminum section like the Bravo, but I've found the forend to be plenty stiff. I own/ed many of the higher end stocks, but shoot the Echo as well as anyghing.
Bought another for a 223 and might swap one for a Bravo on a 6.5 CM.
Was concerned about the lack of full aluminum section like the Bravo, but I've found the forend to be plenty stiff. I own/ed many of the higher end stocks, but shoot the Echo as well as anyghing.
Bought another for a 223 and might swap one for a Bravo on a 6.5 CM.
nksmfamjp
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Any thoughts on Echo vs MDT Field Stock?
Just got back from a 7day Colorado elk hunt where I carried a 19 inch suppressed 6.5 topped with a SHV NF. I walked 50+ miles, sometimes with 2k in elevation gain. I feel it performed well for the price point. Not excessively heavy but it wasn't a high tier Altitude stock either. I shot it well and was able to spot my hits at relatively close range. It's loud due to the material and build process. It carried ok. I appreciated the configurations for sling cups, studs, and arca plates. Make sure you loctite your bolts. I had a rear sling cup work loose on a climb which made me angry for the rest of the day. Completely my fault but it would've been nice to have a little dab of yellow Loctite from the manufacture like so many other suppliers. I'm going to keep shooting it to make sure if give it a fair shake but I definitely think it will remain an option for the price point.
FireFlyFishing
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I have two and like them quite a bit. Adjustable, can mount a arca rail easily, not too heavy, adjustable LOP, reasonably priced, and yes, you can get flush cups.
Cons would be the narrow barrel channel (not an issue if running a stock barrel) and you must buy the extra parts to do extra adjusting for fit ment.
Cons would be the narrow barrel channel (not an issue if running a stock barrel) and you must buy the extra parts to do extra adjusting for fit ment.
